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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to better grasp these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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